Say No to Indoctrination Act

S. 2251, the Say No to Indoctrination Act, would amend the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to restrict how schools use federal education funding. Specifically, the bill would prohibit schools from using federal funds under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act to teach or advance concepts related to gender ideology, as defined by a January 2025 executive order.

If enacted, schools receiving federal education funds would face restrictions on curriculum and instruction related to gender-related topics. The bill would apply to all K-12 schools that receive federal funding under the Elementary and Secondary Education Act. Supporters argue the legislation ensures federal taxpayer dollars are used for academic instruction rather than what they characterize as ideological content.

The bill is currently in the early stages of the legislative process, having been referred to committee in July 2025. It has not yet been voted on by the full Senate. The House passed a companion version of this legislation in early 2026.